The artwork, “Portrait of Captain John Cole,” was created by John Bradley in 1833. It is associated with the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement and belongs to the genre of portraiture.
In the artwork, a male figure, identified as Captain John Cole, is depicted seated against a neutral background. He is attired in formal 19th-century clothing, consisting of a dark coat, a high-collared white shirt, and a light-colored waistcoat. The subject’s posture is upright and composed, with one hand resting on his lap and the other possibly on an unseen object. The background features a draped red curtain adorned with gold detailing, adding a touch of elegance to the scene. The style of the painting is characteristic of Naïve Art, with its straightforward representation and attention to fine details.
